Zad's Car Audio Thread

[zad0030]

Ok, So I want to upgrade my stereo in my 2001 Chevy Malibu.

BestBuy and Circuit City both wanted about $150 parts and labor.

I have been searching ebay and I have found all the parts I need for a lot less then BB and CC wanted for them.

I dont know much about cars, and I didnt want to do this myself but I decided I am going to because its a helluva lot cheaper.

Im just upgrading the head unit right now btw.

[zad0030]

Neccessary Parts

http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll...m=230140109461
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll...m=230145914002
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll...m=120330028544
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll...m=330289482697

[zad0030]

Im not sure about that head unit.

If anyone has a good head unit that controls an IPOD let me know of the model.

[chpthril]

Send me a PM with what you want/need, give me a couple of days days to get you a quote as i am not home and i'll get back to you!

[zad0030]

PM sent Chp.

Thanks!

[chpthril]

Neccessary Parts

http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll...m=230140109461
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll...m=230145914002
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll...m=120330028544
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll...m=330289482697

I hate to say it, but I cant compete with those prices

Those look like trustworthy Ebay sellers, so I wouldn't hesitate to buy from them

That Sony GT130 H/U unit has the front 3.5mm Mp3 plug-in and a single RCA output for amp expansion.

[zad0030]

Are all those the right parts?

Except the head unit, I think im going to go with the one you recommended.

[chpthril]

Are all those the right parts?

Except the head unit, I think im going to go with the one you recommended.

If they are listed correctly:

Interface connector - 01-03 Malibu, sounds like the right one
Antenna - looks correct 100% sure
Dash kit - 01-04 Malibu, looks correct

[zad0030]

Thanks.

My next problem will be how to take apart the trim around the stereo.

[philwsailz]

Thanks.

My next problem will be how to take apart the trim around the stereo.

hmmm...

Try Crutchfield.com and dig on their instructions tutorial. YOu might get lucky; they provide instructions when you get dash kits; you might be able to get a .pdf if you try. Also, seach the net; many people hi-jack and post the instructions online anyway...

[skyski_tige]

Thanks.

My next problem will be how to take apart the trim around the stereo.

Crowbar?

[zad0030]

I looked around and found two screws. Im guessing those two screws and a little force will remove it.

[chpthril]

Thanks.

My next problem will be how to take apart the trim around the stereo.

The Metra faceplate we just used actually had decent destructions with it, but I already knew how to remove it.

On the malibu, I think there are a couple of 7mm screws at the bottom, kinda in the center console, then the rest is spring clips.

[dingleberry]

I looked around and found two screws. Im guessing those two screws and a little force will remove it.

If that fails, try a lot of force.

[chpthril]

Here's an 08